CLA-2-61 OT:RR:NC:N3:353

Ms. Elizabeth Kessens
Dollar General Corporation
100 Mission Ridge
Goodlettsville, TN 37072

RE: The tariff classification of a headband from China.

Dear Ms. Kessens:

In your letter dated October 23, 2013, you requested a tariff classification ruling.

The submitted sample, identified as SKU number 13132301, is a headband constructed of polyester and spandex crocheted fabric. The headband measures approximately 1 ½ inches in width and is decorated with an artificial flower glued on to the headband at the seam. The center of the flower is embellished with glued on plastic jewel.

Your sample will be returned to you as requested.

The applicable subheading for the headband will be 6117.80.8500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for "Other made up clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted; knitted or crocheted parts of garments or of clothing accessories: Other accessories: Other: headbands, ponytail holders and similar articles." The rate of duty will be 14.6 percent ad valorem.

Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/.

This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).

A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Kimberly Praino at (646) 733-3053.

Sincerely,

Gwenn Klein Kirschner
Acting Director
National Commodity Specialist Division